Southern Living's Lemon Rice

Submitted by Bren_in_L.R.

"From Nov 2007. This is a perfect side dish and the tart lemon peel adds a light citrusy note. Use basmati rice for the best flavor."

 

• Ready In: 35mins
• Ingredients: 5
• Serves: 6-8

ingredients

• 1 garlic clove
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup basmati rice
• 1 tablespoon grated lemon rind

directions

1. Slightly smash garlic clove using flat side of knife. Stir together garlic, broth, butter and salt in a large saucepan; bring to a boil over high heat.
2. Stir in rice; reduce heat to low, and cook, covered, 20 minutes or until broth mixture is absorbed and rice is tender.
3. Remove and discard garlic; stir in lemon rind using a fork.
4. For Lemon-Dill Rice: Proceed with recipe as directed, stirring 1 teaspoon dried dill into cooked rice with lemon rind.